

Sibling rivalry abounds in this film about two privileged brothers, Anwar and Nawab, and the women who come between them. Nawab, although a married man and father, engages in frequent secret rendezvous with his mistress, Benazir. Meanwhile, Anwar declares his love for a woman named Shahida, whom he desires to wed. So when Nawab witnesses Anwar in the arms of the lovely Benazir, he's outraged -- and puzzled -- by the brotherly betrayal.

Meena Kumari
Benazir
Lead
Shashi Kapoor
Anwar

Ashok Kumar
Nawab

Nirupa Roy
Nawab's Wife

Tanuja Samarth
Shahida

Tarun Bose
Shauket

Durga Khote
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Asit Sen
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“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. S Khalil's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Benazir is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”